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Discover the authentic flavors of Italy at **Olive Garden Italian Restaurant**, a top destination nestled at 5555 G Whittlesey Blvd, Columbus, GA. Perfect for family dining or a romantic evening out, **Olive Garden Italian Restaurant** offers a diverse menu that catifies every palate. From our renowned pasta dishes and savory seafood to our unique Mediterranean specialties and gluten-free options, each dish is crafted with the freshest ingredients. Our warm and welcoming atmosphere makes us a favorite among local diners, consistently earning us favorable reviews. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty soup or a light salad, our extensive menu has something to delight everyone. Not just a Italian restaurant, we also specialize as a Caterer, Family restaurant, Gluten-free restaurant, Takeout Restaurant, Mediterranean restaurant, Seafood restaurant, Soup restaurant, and Wine bar. Enjoy a glass of fine wine from our curated selection at our inviting Wine bar, or order your favorite dishes to-go with our convenient takeout service. **Olive Garden Italian Restaurant** is more than just a meal; it’s an experience. Savour the taste of Italy right here in Columbus, where every guest is treated like family. Join us today and see why we are a cherished culinary gem in the community.

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Kathy Scoggins Smith
Kathy Scoggins Smith -Google user
11 months ago
Best server ever, her name is Deem. Definitely will ask for her every time. Everything was excellent and never had to ask for anything. Took 5 of my grandchildren and she treated them like her own. My granddaughters even hugged her before we left. Yes...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Breadsticks, Tour of Italy, Soups, Chicken Parmesan, Unlimited SoupPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Melissa Williams
Melissa Williams -Google user
a month ago
Family lunch after church. Was awesome had great food, awesome service had a great time.
Atmosphere: 5
Jeff Pitts
Jeff Pitts -Google user
a year ago
Outstanding experience at this Olive Garden location. Place was clean, staff was friendly, and the food was hot and tasty. Shout out to our server Keanan. He was super nice and took excellent care of us. I would recommend this location to anyone. Great job...Read More
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 4Never Ending Dipping Sauces for Breadsticks, Fried Mozzarella, Chicken and Gnocchi Soup
Robert Larson
Robert Larson -Google user
5 years ago
If you enjoy pasta I would recommend you give this place a try. The atmosphere is comfy and relaxing. It has warm lighting if you go during the evening/night time. The staff is super friendly and inviting. The customer service is on point as well....Read More
sarah evamarie
sarah evamarie -Google user
a year ago
Perfect for reasonably priced date nights or dinners. The free soup refill always are worth it for me. The chicken and gnocchi soup is a comfort food. I used to come here every year for my birthday and multiple times throughout, never was disappointed. Their waiters...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Soups, Chicken and Gnocchi Soup
Velma Whitehead
Velma Whitehead -Google user
6 months ago
My husband and I dined here for his birthday for the 1st time, and we had a wonderful experience with the food and service!! We definitely will be repeat customers 💜💜💜
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Never Ending Dipping Sauces for Breadsticks, Chicken and Gnocchi Soup, Fettuccine, Chocolate Lasagna, Steak and Alfredo
Anonymous user
Anonymous user -Google user
a month ago
Somebody give Steffani (so sorry if I spelled your name wrong) a raise because she was so cutsie and pretty 🤩🤩 also literally everyone in here looks like a model. The food was sooo gooddd and had so much flavor. 10/10 I would literally work...Read More
Mikel B
Mikel B -Google user
2 months ago
Server Venus was on TOP of it! Not only did she manage to take care of us (party of 16), but we also noticed she managed her other tables so effortlessly and also helped her co workers out with a smile! She was very attentive,...Read More
Dinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Reservations recommendedNo wait
Will Davis
Will Davis -Google user
a month ago
Our waitress was absolutely amazing! I sadly have forgotten their name but the service still speaks for itself. It was quite busy in the restaurant and we helped none being a party of 5 with 2 kids in the mix. She did a fantastic job...Read More
DinnerAtmosphere: 4
Phillip Whitehouse
Phillip Whitehouse -Google user
5 months ago
Good morning! I would like to recognize one of your employees. I was at your location in Columbus, Georgia (5555 G Whittlesey Blvd) last night. My Dad and I had the absolute best server, her name is Deem. She went above and beyond. Her personality...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Lisa Turner
Lisa Turner -Google user
3 months ago
The food is great. Service is excellent and the atmosphere is relaxing. My server was fantastic always coming back k to our table and asking us did we needed anything else and was our food okay.
Atmosphere: 5
Marques Johnson
Marques Johnson -Google user
3 months ago
Excellent, Outstanding experience.. Food, Service and Atmosphere. Ate here for a graduation celebration and had Derrick as our waitstaff. His excellent service earned a 25% tip!! Restaurant health score, 100 A.. Will return.
Family ACCS
Family ACCS -Google user
3 weeks ago
... If you happen to see a review made from someone named "Melissa"- which is a recently made ONE star review, that review is inaccurate. Lots of one star reviews on her page... …
Scott Conkel
Scott Conkel -Google user
3 weeks ago
Tried all 4 soups, Bread sticks and salad with sweet tea. Everything was outstanding... cost me $22 with a decent tip.
M Burns
M Burns -Google user
a month ago
Got four meals to go to celebrate birthday all week. Meal plus salad and bread stucks. Got free slice of chocolate lasagna cake. Truly delicious.
Corey Ramirez
Corey Ramirez -Google user
3 months ago
Our server Deonna is perhaps the best server I have ever had. Cups stayed full, she was very attentive and super nice. We will come back just for her.
Britt H
Britt H -Google user
3 months ago
Everything was great. But the best part of the whole experience was our server, Venus. Very personable and professional, she made sure our evening was A++. Thank you, Venus!
Evan Owenby
Evan Owenby -Google user
5 months ago
I haven't been to Olive Garden in years, but after coming here I realized I've been missing out! Our server was Ebony and she went above and beyond in serving us, checking in to make sure we were doing well throughout the meal, and kept...Read More
Mark Hammer
Mark Hammer -Google user
4 months ago
Our waitress was awesome. Didn't come to the table to often or to late. She was interactive with us and kept us very well taken care of.
Deborah Reynolds
Deborah Reynolds -Google user
a month ago
Our server was wonderful she was just as sweet as she could be and she was very attentive. The food was great and the atmosphere is very nice.

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Accessibility

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